8Bitdo Wireless USB Adapter 2 for Switch, Windows, Mac & Steam Deck, Compatible with Xbox Series X & S Controller, Xbox One Bluetooth Controller, Switch Pro and PS5 Controller (Black)

Works exactly as intended, I can link any controller to whatever I want, it’s amazing lol

just keep in mind if you plan to use PS5 control you need to update the usb 8bitdo

In order to use the ultimate software and Nintendo switch with an Xbox Elite Controller you must first downgrade your controller firmware. On a Windows 10/11 pc download the xbox accessories app. Then on your desktop right click and create a new shortcut. For the location paste: xboxaccessories:\firmwareupdate?legacyDowngrade=true After the shortcut is created connect your controller to your pc via usb then open the shortcut. It should show an option for downgrade controller firmware. After it is complete you can now use your elite controller with your switch and 8bitdo adapter. This is not an issue with the 8Bitdo adapter it is an issue with Microsoft software.

Havent always been a fan of 8bitdo but despite that, I will be as rational as possible. This 8bitdo adapter pairs pretty easily to some controllers and thats pretty great on their part. However. For my own use case, I wanted to pair specifically a Wii U pro controller to my Nintendo Switch. Ive tried everything and scoured every video, but nothing. Im convinced the version 2 is different than the first iteration, but either way the console receives zero input. I will be refunding this and would I recommend it? Personally no. This was my last hope and Ive decided to pick up another controller since this does not work for me.

This review is for the new (Amazon date first available 12/6/2021, version 2) “8Bitdo Wireless USB Adapter 2”. Short version: Confirmed, as of 1/20/2022, the new “8Bitdo Wireless USB Adapter 2” completely supports Xbox Series X|S controllers in Bluetooth BLE wirelessly on Nintendo Switch. Bluetooth pairing is under 3 seconds. Reconnection is about 2 seconds after the initial pairing. No lag from what I could experience. All buttons, including the new Share button, can be remapped by using 8bitdo Ultimate Software. However, profile needs to be reactivated every time Switch wake up from sleep. Which is a bit troublesome. Long version: I have been using four 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ and Pro2 controllers on my two Nintendo Switches for almost two years. SN30 Pro’s are great controllers. 8bitdo has great after sale support especially frequent firmware upgrades to fix problems. Things changed over Thanksgiving time. I bought my first Metrodvania 2D side scroll platform game, Ori and the Will of the Wisps. The left stick of SN30 pro2 hurt my left thumb after long play because of its position. BTW, I am 60 years old, most players are younger than me and most likely won’t have my problem. I also have four Playstation 4 controllers but they have the same left stick position. Xbox controller should help because left stick is on top and closer to edge so my left thumb does not have to extend wide as on the SN30 Pro2 and Dualshock4. Bought a Xbox Series X|S controller over black Friday sale from COSTCO and discovered it does not work with the Mayflash Magic-NS and Magic-N I already have. Though Mayflash adaptors claimed they work with all Xbox controllers. Later found out this was because Xbox Series controllers now use Bluetooth BLE instead of the Classic mode. I spent days researching and couldn’t find much information other than everybody just reported how they couldn’t use Xbox series control on Switch. BTW, there are cumbersome or expensive (more than $30) way to do it but I don’t want to either use two adapters in serial, nor pay more than $30 to buy another adaptor, so this new Xbox Series controller can only be used to play Dolphin emulator games on PC. BTW, it works great with Dolphin emulator on PC. I regain hope after reading someone in different item review on Amazon mentioned the 8Bitdo Wireless USB Adapter 2 works with his Xbox Series controller. I decided to give it one more try. I don’t want to bore you with how difficult is was for me to finally receive this adaptor 14 days after ordering with Prime shipping, just hope your purchase experience will be easier than mine. Today I am playing Ori on switch with Xbox Series X|S controller WIRELESSLY. Happy ending.

If youre using this on a Raspberry Pi 4b, the form blocks off access to the adjacent port. It would be perfect if it was slimmer.

Albeit it being the same kind of structure as the 1st gen apart from some improvements in the signal and now being able to take Xbox Controllers. I still feel this is a good step in the right direction for this device. With the 1st Gen I had on occasion disconnects from supported controllers on PC. Consoles it was working fine no disconnects. With the Gen 2 I no longer have an issues with them. Make sure to update it to the latest firmware. I paid about 16.99 + tax for this on a Lightning deal which do come often for this device. Add it to your wishlist and keep an eye on the sales! Works great with PC and other devices

I used this to connect my PS4 controller to my switch and it works but it required some setup and following a guide. Haven’t tried it with anything else but it does work.

Use it for my ps4 controller since I got stick drift on my joy cons. Does what it says works great!

despite what some reviews say, this DOES work with my elite series 2 controller. even the paddles work. yo DO have to update the firmware of the dongle though. so you will need a laptop, pc, or something to update it.